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About Carlson Bier Associates

If you’re seeking superior legal representation in the wake of a medical malpractice incident, Carlson Bier emerges as your paramount consideration. Our distinguished record upholds our commitment to availing uncompromising and seasoned evaluation and defense for your case within Glen Carbon. Structural misdiagnosis, surgical negligence or any other form of medical error can result in dire consequences that demand justice; this is where Carlson Bier comes into play – diligently advocating for clients’ rights with profound compassion laced with an aggressive pursuit for truth. We don’t just provide legal assistance; we offer excellent counsel characterized by unwavering integrity accented by laudable expertise borne out from years practicing personal injury law encompassing diverse areas including medical malpractice lawsuits. When considering professional, fair and unrelenting advocacy for your claim within Glen Carbon, Carlson Bier remains unmatched – fiercely dedicated to transforming unfortunate accidents into assured justice. Leveraging on Illinois’s law infrastructure combined with our aptitude guarantees optimal litigation strategy ensuring every client’s needs are met effectively.

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Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Glen Carbon Illinois

At Carlson Bier, we understand the emotional, physical and financial toll a medical malpractice incident can inflict on you and your family. As seasoned personal injury attorneys based in Illinois, our unwavering commitment is to help victims of medical negligence navigate through this complex legal terrain with ease.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider breaches their duty of care towards a patient causing harm or injury. This breach could be as a result of errors in diagnosis, treatment, aftercare or health management. Dealing with such an intricate area of law mandates for specialized skills and profound experience – attributes that define our team at Carlson Bier.

To prevail in a medical malpractice lawsuit several elements must be proven:

• A physician-patient relationship existed – You must demonstrate that you had a professional relationship with the doctor.

• The healthcare provider was negligent – Simply being unhappy about your treatment outcome doesn’t invoke negligence. It requires proof that the practitioner caused harm in a way competent doctors wouldn’t under similar circumstances.

• The Provider’s Negligence led to the Injury – There should be established causality between the medical professional’s negligence and resulting injury.

• The Harm Resulted in Specific Damages – Regardless of whether it’s apparent that the physician performed below the expected standards, without damages (i.e., income loss, pain/suffering), there won’t be ground for claims.

Navigating these requirements might seem daunting but at Carlson Bier we ensure your case receives deserved attention by meticulously investigating each claim; gathering necessary evidence; consulting experts where needed; negotiating effectively and fiercely advocating for maximal compensation so that justice prevails.

Importantly also is understanding statutes limitation which governs how long one has to commence litigation after experiencing possible medical malpractice. In Illinois this “clock” starts ticking from moment you knew or ought to have known about injury due most often to professional misconduct or neglect but not later than four years from when act occurred save for under-age victims who get exception extending them till their 8th birthday. Moreover, proof of the defendant’s fraudulent concealment of malpractice stops this limit clock providing ground to claim.

Learning and comprehending medical malpractice law’s nuances equips you with knowledge that prohibits healthcare providers from taking advantage of your vulnerability. Knowing what to anticipate when caught up in such a situation is vital to making informed decisions for your case.

As skilled litigators, we aim not only at achieving favorable outcome but also educate our clients so they understand the proceedings every step of the way. Honesty, integrity, and top-flight legal representation make Carlson Bier an ideal partner standing with you when faced with a potential medical negligence issue.

For more comprehensive understanding on how your specific circumstance intertwines within Illinois’s medical Malpractice laws; or if embroiled in one already witlessly; or just want professional insight concerning injury due to seemingly suspicious medical attention – don’t hesitate! Our dedicated lawyers are ready to delve into your unique scenario ensuring transparency is paramount while ascertaining all possible information necessary for robust resolution pursuit.

At Carlson Bier, we strongly believe no one should suffer unnecessarily because of someone else’s incompetence. When the stakes are this high, you need experienced personal injury attorneys on your side prepared irrefutably represent and fight zealously for you. So why wait? Act today by clicking on the button below to seek expert legal advice and learn exactly what your case could be worth. It might turn out being much more significant than anticipated which often isn’t realized without adept professional help like ours availed readily at Carlson Bier! Let us tirelessly advocate for fair compensation while helping secure justice rightfully deserved in wake of a devastating injury caused due unsuspecting Medical Malpractice.

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Notable Illinois Appellate Wins

Moruzzi v. CCC Servs., Inc., 2020 IL App (2d) 190411, 171 N.E.3d 61
Background: Insured motorist filed action against insurer for declaratory judgment seeking construction of automobile insurance policy issued to insured and that was in effect when insured was injured by an underinsured driver. The Circuit Court, DuPage County, Bonnie M. Wheaton, J., granted the insurer's motions for summary judgment. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Zenoff, J., held that:1 medical payments reduction clause in automobile insurance policy conflicted with underinsured motorist provisions so as to render reduction clause ambiguous, and thus medical payment benefits were deductible from insured's damages;2 law firm representing insured did not create common fund or common funds when it reached settlement with underinsured motorist, and thus law firm was not entitled to recover fees under common-fund doctrine; and3 collateral estoppel did not bar automobile insurers from litigating whether common-fund doctrine applied in insured motorist's declaratory judgment action.Affirmed in part and reversed in part.
Maier v. CC Servs., Inc., 2019 IL App (3d) 170640, 132 N.E.3d 795
Background: After insured, who was injured in automobile collision with another driver, recovered full liability limits of driver's policy, she filed amended complaint for declaratory judgment against her own automobile insurer, alleging that insurer breached contractual duty to pay for insured's damages in accordance with uninsured/underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage in insured's policy and that insurer acted in bad faith in denying insured such coverage. The Circuit Court, La Salle County, Troy D. Holland, J., granted the insurer's motion to dismiss claims as time-barred. Insured appealed.The Appellate Court ruled that neither the insurer nor the insured could add amended policy provisions to the court record. It was decided that the policy's requirement for a written arbitration demand applied to both uninsured and underinsured motorist claims. The court found that a letter from the insured's attorney to the insurer wasn't a valid arbitration demand nor a proof of loss to toll the statute of limitations. Finally, the insurer was permitted to use the defense based on the two-year statute of limitations period. The court's decision was affirmed.
Econ. Premier Assurance Co. v. Country Mut. Ins. Co., 2021 IL App (1st) 192364-U
Holding: The circuit court's order that granted defendant's motion for summary judgment and denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment was proper where defendant had no duty to indemnify its insured with respect to the underlying complaint and therefore plaintiff was not entitled to recover against defendant on its subrogation or unjust enrichment claims; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Westerheide, 2023 IL App (5th) 220343-U
Holding: The court affirmed judgment of the circuit court granting summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff where the defendant failed to make a written demand for arbitration within two years from the date of the accident as required by the underinsured provisions of the defendant's automotive insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Olsak, 2022 IL App (1st) 200695, 216 N.E.3d 291
In a complex legal case, an insurer sought to avoid defending or indemnifying a hockey player under a policy issued to the player's stepfather after the player was sued for assaulting his coach. The initial Circuit Court ruling favored the insurer, but the Appellate Court reversed this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle. Ultimately, the Appellate Court determined the insurer was liable only up to the $3 million policy limit and found the insurer's four-year delay in seeking a declaratory judgment to be reasonable. This case highlights important aspects of insurance litigation and policy limit liabilities.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Durkin Elec. Co., Inc., 2022 IL App (1st) 210293-U, appeal denied, 199 N.E.3d 1187 (Ill. 2022)
Holding: The circuit court's order that denied plaintiff's motion for partial summary judgment and found that defendant was an additional insured under the policy was proper. The circuit court's order that denied defendant's motion for summary judgment and found that plaintiff did not have a duty to defend or indemnify defendant under the policy was proper; affirmed.
Country Preferred Ins. Co. v. Groen, 2017 IL App (4th) 160028, 69 N.E.3d 911
Background: Uninsured motorist (UM) carrier brought action against insured for declaratory judgment that it owed no benefits since workers' compensation received by insured exceeded policy limits. The Circuit Court, Sangamon County, Chris Perrin, J., entered summary judgment in favor of the carrier. Insured appealed.Holdings: The Appellate Court, Harris, J., held that:1 employer's medical payments entitled carrier to setoff, and2 setoff clauses were enforceable.Affirmed.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Frobish, 2021 IL App (3d) 190473-U
Holding: Allegations in the underlying complaint that a township employee caused property damage by excavating and digging out a ditch failed to impose a duty to defend under township employee's individual farm insurance policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Jones, 2018 IL App (1st) 173154-U
Holding: The judgment of the circuit court of Cook County is affirmed; plaintiff is entitled to summary judgment on its claim for a declaratory judgment that it has no duty to defend or indemnify its insured against the underlying complaint because the loss claimed in the underlying complaint is subject to an exclusion. The court held that it would also enter judgment for plaintiff because the underlying complaint does not allege an “occurrence” causing bodily injury within the meaning of the policy.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Schmitt, 2021 IL App (5th) 190173-U
Holding: The appellate court reversed and remanded the judgment of the circuit court where plaintiff had no duty to defend its insured and thus was not stopped from raising policy defenses to coverage for the underlying tort action contained in the amended declaratory action.
Country Mut. Ins. Co. v. Livorsi Marine, Inc., 222 Ill. 2d 303, 856 N.E.2d 338 (2006) (the late Keith Carlson)
Liability insurer brought action against insureds for a declaratory judgment based on failure to provide timely notice of lawsuits against them. The Circuit Court, Cook County, Stephen A. Schiller, J., entered judgment for the insurer. Insureds appealed. The Appellate Court, Wolfson, J., 358 Ill.App.3d 880, 295 Ill.Dec. 665, 833 N.E.2d 871, affirmed. Leave to appeal was granted.Holdings: The Supreme Court, Garman, J., held that:1 if the insurer did not receive reasonable notice of an occurrence or a lawsuit, the policyholder may not recover under the policy, regardless of whether the lack of reasonable notice prejudiced the insurer, overruling Rice v. AAA Aerostar, Inc., 294 Ill.App.3d 801, 229 Ill.Dec. 20, 690 N.E.2d 1067, and Cincinnati Insurance Co. v. Baur's Opera House, Inc., 296 Ill.App.3d 1011, 230 Ill.Dec. 624, 694 N.E.2d 593, and2 insured did not need to prove that it was prejudiced by delayed notice of lawsuits.Affirmed.
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Medical Malpractice FAQ​

Medical malpractice is negligence on the part of a healthcare professional that causes harm to a patient. Negligence occurs when a healthcare professional fails to meet the standard of care that is expected of them.

The most common types of medical malpractice include:

  • Misdiagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional fails to diagnose a patient’s condition correctly.
  • Delayed diagnosis: This occurs when a healthcare professional does not diagnose a patient’s condition until it is too late.
  • Surgical errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.
  • Medication errors: These errors can include prescribing the wrong medication, prescribing the wrong dosage, or failing to monitor a patient for side effects.
  • Anesthesia errors: These errors can occur during or after surgery.

The signs and symptoms of medical malpractice can vary depending on the type of malpractice that occurred. However, some common signs and symptoms include:

  • Unexplained injuries: This could include injuries that occurred during surgery or injuries that were not properly treated.
  • Worsening condition: If a patient’s condition worsens after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.
  • Unexpected death: If a patient dies unexpectedly after receiving medical care, it may be a sign of medical malpractice.

The treatment options for medical malpractice injuries will vary depending on the severity of the injuries. However, some common treatment options include:

  • Surgery: Surgery may be required to correct injuries that were caused by medical malpractice.
  • Physical therapy: Physical therapy may be required to help patients regain their strength and mobility after suffering an injury.
  • Occupational therapy: Occupational therapy may be required to help patients learn to perform activities of daily living after suffering an injury.
  • Medications: Medications may be required to treat pain and other symptoms of medical malpractice injuries.

Yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you have been injured due to the negligence of a healthcare professional. A medical malpractice lawyer can help you understand your rights and options, and can represent you in court if necessary.

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Areas of Practice in Glen Carbon

Bicycle Incidents

Focused on legal support for people injured in bicycle accidents due to other parties' indifference or hazardous conditions.

Burn Burns

Providing specialist legal assistance for patients of serious burn injuries caused by mishaps or misconduct.

Medical Negligence

Providing dedicated legal support for individuals affected by medical malpractice, including medication mistakes.

Items Fault

Dealing with cases involving defective products, supplying expert legal guidance to customers affected by harmful products.

Elder Mistreatment

Advocating for the rights of nursing home residents who have been subjected to misconduct in elderly care environments, ensuring protection.

Fall & Fall Occurrences

Expert in addressing tumble accident cases, providing legal services to persons seeking restitution for their injuries.

Neonatal Harms

Offering legal support for families affected by medical negligence resulting in birth injuries.

Auto Collisions

Crashes: Focused on assisting sufferers of car accidents get fair payout for hurts and harm.

Motorbike Crashes

Expert in providing legal assistance for victims involved in motorcycle accidents, ensuring adequate recompense for losses.

Truck Incident

Ensuring adept legal advice for individuals involved in lorry accidents, focusing on securing rightful compensation for injuries.

Building Site Collisions

Concentrated on representing staff or bystanders injured in construction site accidents due to negligence or misconduct.

Head Impairments

Dedicated to ensuring specialized legal advice for patients suffering from cognitive injuries due to negligence.

Dog Bite Wounds

Proficient in dealing with cases for persons who have suffered injuries from K9 assaults or beast attacks.

Foot-traveler Mishaps

Specializing in legal support for walkers involved in accidents, providing expert advice for recovering recovery.

Unjust Passing

Advocating for families affected by a wrongful death, delivering caring and experienced legal guidance to ensure redress.

Neural Injury

Expert in representing persons with spine impairments, offering dedicated legal support to secure compensation.

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